Accessibility Is More Than Independence
Barrier Free is Living with Ability Ronnie Wiskin, President Reliable Independent Living Services By the year 2030, it’s estimated that “half of all people will
Raising The Bar, err, The Wall
Like the idea of walk-in bath tub but hate the look? Fret no more! Kohler has raised the bar (so to speak) for accessible bathing
Age in Place Design Challenge: Space
One of the biggest challenges to designing for aging-in-place is the use of space – or rather, lack of it. This is especially true with
Universal Design & Lifespan Design Allow For People’s Changing Needs Over Time
The Baldwin House is designed to promote aging-in-place and is an urban response to the otherwise suburban ranch-style house. Located in an “urban infill” project in the Green Lake neighborhood of Seattle, Washington, it is a three-story house including the finished basement.
Thoughtful Design Leads to Increased Accessibility for All
Did you know that nearly 40% of Americans over the age of 65 are living with at least one disability according to the U.S. Census Bureau? Despite this
How to Prepare Your Home for Post-Stroke Care
By Lori Bellport You know that your loved one wants to stay in their home as long as possible. And you were on board with
User Friendly and Good Looking
“Seriously, cool and beautiful,” writes Chazzy. She’s talking about two universal design inspired homes featured in the New York Times. Both remodels show that accessible can be beautiful.
Universal Design Tailors Remodeling For Special Needs
Mackmiller’s design team’s challenge was to convert the original 29-square-foot bathroom into a 60-square-foot space that would incorporate elements of universal design and consider the needs of everyone using the space.
5 COMMON BATHROOM PROBLEMS LIMITING SAFETY AND COMFORT
Shoshana Shamberg talks about 5 ways to improve bathroom comfort and safety.